"As you see me, so you see yourself" was one of my favourite lines in the sarcastically written play by Alex Bruno. The theatrics delved into the socio-economic life of Dominicans using a fictional village and characters to portray their roles.
In the second showing (7: pm, May 28th, 2017) at the Arawak House of Culture, which started two minutes late, it was clear that there is a need for an injection of funds which would have permitted the presentation to be more vivid. (Most likely the powers that be, do not consider the arts as an area which needs to be invested in.) When I say vivid, I mean the scene should have included the city streets, the wardrobe needed attention as well as the bar attendant. As I have stated financial constraint seemed to have played a role in what was presented.
I commend the writer and director Alex Bruno, the actors and actresses for their display of this psuedo-historical theatrical composition which have been added to the genre of plays that have graced the Arawak House of Culture since 1963.
Though it was not perfect, I enjoyed the comical semblance especially as it dealt with the fibre of society's day to day issues. I suggest that the cast look back at their own video presentation to meticulously identify their strengths and improve on their weaknesses. If this is done I would certainly be back to enjoy the re-orchestration. Despite the flaws, I admire everyone's effort and hope that more Dominicans will come out to support their own in the future as Nation building begins with us.
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